The sock for women who prefer a low cut hiker, the Darn Tough women’s ¼ Cushion sock doesn’t refer to the padding, the padding is a mid-level density under the foot. The “quarter” refers to the height of the sock, which sits just above the ankle. This is a full on mid-weight merino wool hiker, knit specifically for low cut hikers, trainers, or street shoes, where the additional height of a crew sock is not desirable. All the performance, from wicking to True Seamless™ toe construction, with an undetectable seam fusion for an ultra-smooth fit and a “put it on and forget it” performance. Knit with Darn Tough’s signature fine gauge knitting for a smoother texture and longer life, this is the performance sock you need to pair with your low cut and light hiking shoes. All Darn Tough socks are made here in Vermont, at their mill in Northfield, which we proudly claim as the Sock Capital of the World, but we’re not biased. We’re convinced: these are the best socks, ever. They even come with a lifetime warranty, and how many thing can you say that about any more?